Lockups And Software Problems; The Computer Does Not Start Up; The Computer Stops Responding; A Program Stops Responding - Dell E5500 - Latitude - Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Service Manual

Ensure that the cable for the IEEE 1394 device is properly inserted into the device and into the connector on the computer
Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is enabled in system setup —
on your computer or at support.dell.com.
Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is recognized by Windows —
Windows XP:
1. Click Start and click Control Panel.
2. Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance® System® System Properties ® Hardware® Device Manager.
Windows Vista:
1. Click Start ® Control Panel® Hardware and Sound.
2. Click Device Manager.
If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.
If you have problems with a Dell IEEE 1394 device —
If you have problems with an IEEE 1394 device not provided by Dell —

Lockups and Software Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

The computer does not start up

Check the diagnostic lights — See
Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet

The computer stops responding

NOTICE: You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
Turn the computer off — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for
at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

A program stops responding

End the program —
1. Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.
2. Click the Applications tab.
3. Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
4. Click End Task.

A program crashes repeatedly

NOTE: Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD.
For more information on using the system setup program, see the Dell™ Technology Guide
Contact Dell Support.
Power Problems.
Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer.